GHANA INTERNSHIP
CAREER EXPLORATION IN STEM WITH FOCUS ON EDUCATION & ROBOTICS
Take part in a transformational travel internship exploring the history and culture of Ghana while you assist with robotics education in local schools to help instill a love for technology with curious youth passionate about STEM!
Highlights
FOR THE CAREER EXPLORATION IN STEM WITH FOCUS ON EDUCATION & ROBOTICS
- Assist with ongoing Robotics Education workshops and competitions in local schools
- Help build and refurbish school facilities and learn how to make cement bricks from scratch
- Discuss current social issues facing Ghana’s educational access in rural farming communities
- Learn traditional Ghanaian dance, batik fabric dyeing and how to play drums and other percussion instruments
- Explore outdoor markets, visit striking and somber historic sites and hike to West Africa’s tallest waterfall
Program Menu For
Career Exploration in
STEM With Focus On Education & Robotics
GHANA INTERNSHIP
CAREER EXPLORATION IN STEM WITH FOCUS ON EDUCATION & ROBOTICS
Internship Overview
On this program, you will catch the breeze on the sandy coast of Ghana in West Africa and embark on a journey you will never forget. Immediately, you will hear local music, smell new fruits, and immerse yourself in a small farming and fishing village. Join your peers, local leaders and community members as you volunteer within one of the continent’s most passionate and open communities.
Ghanaians are known for their joy, vibrant culture and hospitality, reflected in the bright colors woven into their clothing, art and decor, creating a welcoming atmosphere at your Home Base. Your presence will bring energy to the school as you collaborate on Robotics Education classes, projects and competitions.
Students can expect to take a weekend excursion to Ho and HoHoe where they will visit the highest waterfalls in all of West Africa and participate in a kente weaving workshop led by a local organization.
GHANA INTERNSHIP
CAREER EXPLORATION IN STEM WITH FOCUS ON EDUCATION & ROBOTICS
Community Service
Are you ready to make a meaningful difference this summer? Volunteer in primary schools to work with local children on improving their English skills and the basics of Robotics education. After learning the curriculum, tutor students who are looking to enter the local Robotic championships. Contribute to each school’s needs by helping with improvements to the facilities. Split your time between teaching at the school and lending a hand with campus refurbishment projects, such as brick making. This way, you and your peers will engage in all aspects of the school and gain valuable insights into education in Ghana. Try to keep up with the children as they invite you to play soccer and schoolyard games after class!
Hands-on Learning
Immerse yourself in batik cloth dyeing, drumming workshops, and a crash course in the native language. You’ll be invited to take part in a traditional Ghanaian naming ceremony, where you’ll learn about the cultural significance of names and their deep connection to identity and heritage. You’ll also have an exceptional opportunity to visit a seamstress for custom-made, traditional Ghanaian clothing made from fabrics you select. Hear from local experts on traditional gender roles and education in Ghana.
Adventure
Traveling to West Africa is an adventure in itself, but that’s only the beginning. Experience Ghana’s rich cultural heritage by learning traditional drumming and dancing from local community members. The energy is unforgettable! Explore outdoor markets and enjoy cooking lessons with the staff at your Home Base, who will share their warmth and hospitality. Take in Ghana’s natural beauty with a hike to the beautiful Wli waterfall, the highest in West Africa .
Lodging
The GLA Home Base for this program is located in a rural setting just outside Accra, the capital city of Ghana, in the Volta Region. Situated in Anloga — a coastal town known for its traditional fishing villages — our Home Base offers a unique cultural experience. Accommodations are basic yet clean and safe, providing a comfortable environment. Students will sleep in gender-segregated rooms with roommates and have access to shared bathrooms equipped with cold-water showers.
GHANA INTERNSHIP
CAREER EXPLORATION IN STEM WITH FOCUS ON EDUCATION & ROBOTICS
Internship Details
Everything you need to know about the travel internship.
Introduction
High school students who participate in this GLA travel internship in Ghana will develop essential leadership and career skills while working on initiatives centered around the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development worldwide.
This is an experiential career development internship with sociological underpinnings into a specific theme and concentration in a field of interest. Interns will gain experience working in-person with a social enterprise or nonprofit host organization from around the world.
Throughout your session you will complete 60 total internship hours:
- Observation Hours: 36
- Professional Development Hours: 12
- Self-Study Hours: 12
Learning Objectives
The outcomes of this internship are related to five main learning objectives:
- Gain insights into your personal goals and professional growth areas, along with a deeper understanding of Ghana, particularly in the role of education and the future of Robotics on the continent.
- Expand your knowledge of recent trends, terminology and case studies in the field of Robotics Education.
- Learn to recognize and express diverse perspectives within broader social and educational contexts.
- Develop critical analysis skills by evaluating quantitative and qualitative data to form well-informed opinions on educational and technological issues.
- Observe and thoughtfully assess real places and situations where impacts and results can be interpreted and applied within context.
About Our Host Organization
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Sustainable Development Goals
The 2030 United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development serves as the framework for discussions and the self-study coursework for our student interns here in Ghana. During this travel internship you will focus on three SDGs, including:
- SDG 04: Quality Education
- SDG 09: Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
- SDG 01: No poverty
Explore topics related to building the case for Robotics Education in schools for youth empowerment and quality education.
Curriculum & Merits
Complete a core curriculum with your peers and through the guidance of your internship supervisor. Build your personal competitive edge, as part of a cohort of student interns working in partnership with our global nonprofit partner in Peru. Create a portfolio from completed project work to enhance your college application or future career resume.
By completing this travel internship you will earn:
- A professional letter of recommendation
- A certificate of completion
- Community service hours
- Relevant experience for college applications and essays
Global Leadership Adventures can also provide any supporting documentation and serve as an organization of record, should you want to earn college credits for your internship.
Optional College Credit
Global Leadership Adventures is extremely proud to partner with Portland State University, based in Portland, Oregon, to offer college credit for our student interns who successfully complete all requirements for the internship.
Student interns are welcome to enroll in the internship for Portland State University credit. This internship course curriculum is fully accredited for U.S. undergraduate credit through PSU. Credits are transferable to other colleges and universities, though please note that it is the responsibility of each intern to confirm with their university of intent that these quarter credits will be accepted at the institution.
Getting college credit during high school has so many benefits. It can help with earning scholarships for college and even improve your chance of admission into your university of choice.
The additional fee to earn up to four quarter credits from Portland State University is $750.00. Though recommended, you are not required to purchase the college credit add-on as it is 100% optional. Click here to learn more.
GHANA INTERNSHIP
CAREER EXPLORATION IN STEM WITH FOCUS ON EDUCATION & ROBOTICS
Dates & Tuition
Everything you need to know before you apply.
21-Day Internship
| 2025 Dates |
|---|
| JUN 19-JUL 9 |
| JUL 13-AUG 2 |
PSU College Credit Add-on: $750 » Learn More
Tuition Includes All In-Country Expenses
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- In-country transportation
- Lodging
- 3 meals per day
- Professional full-time staff and experts
- 24/7 parent support hotline during the program
- Secondary medical and evacuation insurance
- Cultural activities, lectures and excursions
- Pre-departure materials and support
- Educational materials
To save your spot, an application fee and $600 deposit are required.
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CAREER EXPLORATION IN STEM WITH FOCUS ON EDUCATION & ROBOTICS
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